Details about Children's Books in Children's Hands:
Unique and early discussion of reader response theory and its implications for the study and teaching of children's literature (Ch. 3). Full, early chapter on Multicultural and International Literature complements the continuing emphasis on multicultural literature throughout the text (Ch. 4). Historical material is integrated within each of the genre chapters (with early, formative historical benchmarks discussed in Ch.1), providing an engaging context in which to introduce readers to this important material (Part II). Full chapter on creating classroom contexts that invite children into literature (Ch. 12). "Ask the Author/Illustrator/Educator" essays by prominent children's literature authors, illustrators, editors, and educators respond to questions related to chapter content. "Issues to Consider" feature presents a much debated issue in children's literature related to chapter content. "Recommended Books" lists, which include publication data, interest level, and a brief annotation for every book listed, appear at the conclusion of all chapters. "Teaching Ideas" sections appear at the end of every chapter and provide valuable, practical lesson ideas and activities for sharing literature with children in the classroom. "Experiences for Your Learning" are end-of-chapter activities that readers can do to increase and deepen their own understanding of the chapter content. Useful end-of-book Appendices include: Children's Book Awards and Children's Magazines with Literacy Content.
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